This the 2014 Ford Focus facelift, revealed in full glory ahead of its public debut at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. It's quite a major update, this. New look on the outside, improved interior, upgraded engine lineup, new technologies and even better handling, this facelift offers enhancements on all fronts.
First up, the looks. The Focus now gets the Aston Matrin-inspired front end that has graced the Fiesta and upcoming Mondeo/Fusion. This is part of the One Ford global design language, so like it or not, you'll see more of this in future Fords. Though less dramatically updated, the rear end has a new bumper and slightly thinner taillamps.
Customer feedback, i.e. complaints, has forced Ford to finally overhaul the Focus' complicated interior. The new cabin now features a much simpler and cleaner centre console, with a larger SYNC 2 touch-screen display now taking charge of most major controls. Better insulation and thicker windows result in a quieter ride for all too.
Handling, which has long been the Focus' forte, has been improved again in this facelift. You can thank the fine-handling Volkswagen Golf Mk7 for this change. Ford claims to offer enhanced body control and steering feel through new suspension geometry and dampers and retuned Electric Power Steering.
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